2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | QX56 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
